Lake District

A view over two lakes — A view over Buttermere and Crummock Water

People enjoy the view south from Claife Viewing Station, Cumbria — See Windermere from a new viewpoint on the first floor platform

Great Landgale in the Lake District, Cumbria

People make use of the Tramper mobility scooter at Tarn Hows, Cumbria — Take out the Tramper and take in the views

Home of Beatrix Potter, dramatic landscapes and fascinating history.

Explore the Lake District in Spring

Man and child stone skimming on the shores of Buttermere, Lake District

Spring family adventures in the Lake District

Sleep under the stars, discover spring wildlife or plan a family hike. There's so much to enjoy together in the Lake District at springtime.

A red squirrel at Allan Bank in Grasmere Cumbria

Spring nature and wildlife in the Lake District

On the hunt for a red squirrel, daffodil, bluebell, or simply just to enjoy the birdsong that surrounds us in the spring? The Lake District is waking up after the winter and as the days get longer and warmer, it's the perfect season to step outside.

Woman jumping into Windermere at Fell Foot — Make a splash at Fell Foot

Get active outdoors in the Lake District

From watersports to stone skimming, lakeside walks to challenging hikes, the Lakes has everything you need for an active day out, all year round.

Get active outdoors

Holidays in the Lake District

View of a jetty on Derwentwater, the Lake District, Cumbria.

Spring breaks in the Lakes

Enjoy snowcapped mountains and spring walks with a last-minute getaway in the Lake District.

Bird How holiday cottage in Eskdale and Duddon Valley, Cumbria.

Holiday cottages in the Lake District

From cosy cottages to grand old houses, find somewhere magical to stay in the Lake District.

What's new in the Lakes?

A child climbing a tree and swinging from branches

A celebration of trees in the Lake District

We're celebrating all things trees. Whether you love to hug them, picnic next to them or simply walk by them, find out how we care for ancient, veteran and champion trees in the Lakes and where you can spot some of our favourites.

View west across Little Langdale Tarn towards the Greenburn valley

Our response to the use of 4x4s and motorbikes on the unclassified road between Tilberthwaite Farm and Little Langdale

Find out how we're working with partners on this issue.

Sylvia taking a well earned rest on Great Gable

These are the places that make us

Whether it's the place where you first fell in love, somewhere to escape the bustle of everyday life, or where you go to get closer to nature, we all make special connections with different places. These are the places that make us who we are.

For Sylvia, her fondest memories of the last 50 years have been found on Great Gable in the Lake District. Join her as she takes a trip back to the mountain that has shaped her life.

Where will you explore today?

Daffodils in abundance at Sizergh Castle

Man and woman drinking at the bar in Sticklebarn

Explore the Sizergh estate

For big legs and little legs, for an outdoors adventure in the estate and gardens, or for keeping cosy in the house and café, Sizergh estate is a whole-day adventure.

Tarn Hows

Get closer to dramatic mountain views, and some of our friendliest local residents at this iconic beauty spot, Tarn Hows.

Join us at the pub

It’s the only National Trust run pub in the country and we’re running it with the best local food and ales. Relax after a day of adventure in this magnificent valley.